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introduire

introduce, insert

verb an-troh-DWEER Less Common

Origin: Latin introducere

Also means

bring in, put in

Usage Note

Introduire is an irregular verb conjugated like conduire. It typically means to insert something physically or to formally present a person or topic; use présenter for casual social introductions. The noun introduction shares the same root.

Examples

"Il a introduit la clé dans la serrure."

Natural Translation

He inserted the key into the lock.

Literal Translation

He introduced the key into the lock.

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